Seattle, WA

University District

Neighborhood Overview

Buy:
$230K - $8.35M
For Sale on Trulia:
38 homes
Rent:
$600 - $13.4K
For Rent on Trulia:
1254 homes
To Downtown Seattle:
14 minutes
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What Locals Say about University District

At least 138 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 78 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 61 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 45 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 38 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 38 % Say there's wildlife

  • 34 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 34 % Say car is needed

  • 33 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 31 % Say parking is easy

  • 27 % Say there are community events

  • 25 % Say it's quiet

  • 25 % Say kids play outside

  • 20 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Sharon
    "Cowen Park is nearby. Most places are dog friendly and you rarely see loose dogs. The streets are really busy though so be careful. "
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  • Kimberly Z
    "Moved to this area not too long ago, there’s not a lot of light at night, but streets are pretty walkable, also neighbors are friendly. I do see some homeless from time to time."
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  • Trulia User
    "U District Food Walk happens annually on The Ave (University Way NE). Convenient neighborhood for students since it is close to campus and public transit. Most apartment buildings tend to be on the older side (~20-30 years+). Overall good choice if you’re a student at UW. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I have a short walk to 2 light rail stations, multiple bus lines to choose and lots of bike lanes for my daily bicycle commute."
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  • Trulia User
    "great place for students but still it's Lil bit unsafe comparing to other areas it can be improved. other amenities are great"
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  • Trulia User
    "great community very close to the university of Washington and have all public transport from ulink train service and bus service "
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  • Trulia User
    "this area is great if you are a student, young, and without kids. there are many bars and restaurants in walking distance. parking is difficult so use public transit if you can. it is great place to see live shows, sports, concerts. "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is a college student neighborhood and there are not many children in the neighborhood. There are great restaurants, museums and live events in the neighborhood and university. "
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  • Trulia User
    "We love the Farmer's market on Saturdays. There are food festivals and a fun street fair in the spring."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s fine just obviously don’t be dumb and you’ll be good, aka no staring at people, mind your business."
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  • Trulia User
    "U district is nice. The ave near UW can be scary at night. Lots of drug addicts and homeless and crime. Cars are broken into in this are fairly often even in nice areas.. wheike this sounds aweful it is quite beautiful. Close walk to bars, good food, multiple groceries and gyms. Between gasworks, ravenna, and greenlake parks. Favorite place ive lived and i have been visited every state and lived in many."
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy. Just know when heavy traffic times are and you will be fine. Also use common sense on commuting. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Only special in the rise in crime and the complete lack of police. There is a significant increase in homelessness’s and mental health issues making this increasingly a dangerous place to live. And it’s very expensive. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are a lot of dog owners in the neighborhood with several great dog walking and socializing options (college students love meeting your dogs!!)"
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  • Trulia User
    "The University District has a wonderful combination of demographics - students, young professionals, families, and retirees all living together in a walkable neighborhood close to transit and shops and restaurants."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in U District for 3 years near the Ave and its bustling during the day and night. I feel safe when the sun is out but I avoid going out alone at night. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Just north of University district is great family-oriented neighborhood. Ravenna Park is beautiful and great adventure for children. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Pretty safe in mast parts. There is a booming homeless population however. And tents are everywhere. Parks are lovely many restaurants and bars."
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  • Jennifer S.
    "A mixture of college students, homelessness, and families. University of Washington keeps a bustle through the neighborhood during the school year. A difference of one block can move you from a college campus to a peaceful neighborhood. Lots of restaurants, shops and businesses at University Village with a quiet beautiful Ravenna Park just down the street. "
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  • Aubrinator8
    "Lots of dog walkers are here!! There’s plenty of trash cans to deposit dog poo. Also the university district is close to parks, where dogs can get lots of exercise."
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  • Ivy Z.
    "Street fair is special here. Lots of restaurants and bubble tea shop!!! Lots of students live here that makes you feel young "
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  • Katharine
    "It’s mostly students and Asian food. It feels unsafe sometimes but if there are people around it’s nice."
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  • Sarah C.
    "No space for dogs here no place to run or get exercise. Too expensive for the crime and drug problems seen every single day. Extremely loud in and out of home. Lots of loud students screaming and homeless people screaming in the middle of the night. Dirty and tons of vomit in ally ways. Many break ins in buildings. Neighbors turn blind eye to everyone. "
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  • Zach M.
    "University District is in a convenient location and in walking distance of everything you need including restaurants, groceries, campus (of course), and the Burke Gilman trail."
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  • Kayla B.
    "During Christmas time there’s a “candy cane lane” full of lights, decorations, live music, and holiday cheer! "
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  • nelly
    "walking distance to a lot and also right on a couple main bus routes, super fast and direct to get to capital hill or to downtown"
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  • Aboatgirl
    "It is a beautiful walking neighborhood. Convenient to many amenities! Bus line, walk to UofW, bike trails, parks, lakes, shopping, food entertainment etc.!"
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  • Yumi
    "Good area for young single folks. Many choices for food, drinks, activities. .. not much more to say."
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  • Coralbrannan
    "mostly college students and international food. lots of new shops and apartments being built in the area. "
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  • Troy L.
    "There is no shortage of college kids walking around, smoking weed, playing loud music & yelling at all times of the night. There is a Safeway close by, but it’s very unique. "
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  • Erikaicheng
    "It’s a very convenient area. Close to couple grocery stores And pharmacy. Also the bus line is really easy to access. A lot of restaurants are like couple blocks away "
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  • Bkrish
    "if you can live between Greek houses and tolerate the festivities it is a good place. I have lived for 1 year and have enjoyed the proximity to university, bus stops stores etc"
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